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5k Runs 2025 - 2026

The findarace.com calendar lists hundreds of 5k races across the UK every year - there's almost one for every day of the year. 5km is one of the most popular race distances, and with a bit of training its relatively achievable for most ages, shapes and sizes - as a result they make perfect family fun runs that multiple generations can take part in and enjoy.

A 5k race is also a perfect goal for a beginner or new runner who hasn't taken part in an organised race before - it's a great, fun introduction to the raceday experience. 5k races are also popular with more seasoned runners looking to keep their running short, sharp, and fast - we list the fastest and flattest 5km races in the UK (as well as the craziest and hardest).

If you would prefer to run your 5k on your own (or at a convenient time and location for you) then check out our list of the best Virtual 5k runs.

Looking for the best 5km races? Sort the event list below by "Top Rated" (we have hundreds of genuine reviews and ratings from previous participants) - plus insights from the findarace.com experts to help you discover, compare and book the perfect race for you.

Looking for 5k Runs near you? Use the location buttons and filters to narrow down your search and find 5k runs near you - we list races all over the UK, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol and Scotland.

Looking for 5k races tomorrow or this weekend? Sort the event list below by "Date" to see the soonest races, but please note many races don't accept on-the-day entries, and Organisers often stop taking bookings a several days (and up to a week) before a race so they have time to organise race packs, bib numbers, medals, water etc. If you're super keen to run with others this weekend but have left it too late for a race then you could check your local parkrun to see if it is taking place.

So whether you want to pinpoint your first running goal, or you’re an experienced runner looking for a fast route to beat your 5k Personal Best (PB) check out our comprehensive 2025 - 2026 5k race calendar below!

Looking to get started with running but want to know a little more? Check out our top running tips for beginners or find out the benefits of running for 30 minutes.

5k Run Calendar 2025 - 2026

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DART CHALLENGE

Green Table, Lower Drive, Dartington, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EE
Fri 21 Nov 25
£31.80
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DARK DART DASH

Green Table, Lower Drive, Dartington, Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EE
Sat 22 Nov 25
£10.60 - £25.44

Run Media City Christmas 5k & 10k

Salford, Greater Manchester
Sat 20 Dec 25
£30.00 - £145.00
4.7

Birmingham Running Festival 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Sun 21 Dec 25
£12.00 - £36.00
4.8

Wimbledon Common 5k & 10k Christmas Run

London
Sun 21 Dec 25
£30.00 - £122.00
3.9

A Christmas Carol Bobble Hat Run - Wales

Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, CF44 7PS
Sun 21 Dec 25
£20.00 - £40.00

RunThrough Town Moor & Exhibition Park 5k & 10k

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Sun 21 Dec 25
£30.00 - £32.00

ATW Nottingham Holme Run

Holme Pierrepont County Park, Adbolton Lane, Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham, NG12 2LU
Sun 21 Dec 25
£21.20 - £38.16

Christmas Cracker Day Run

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Thu 25 Dec 25
£18.00 - £35.00

Boxing Day Challenge

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Fri 26 Dec 25
£18.00 - £35.00

Year End Time Turner

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge, 15-18 Clarence St, Staines TW18 4SU
Sat 27 Dec 25
£18.00 - £35.00

Up and Running Christmas Cracker

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sun 28 Dec 25
£20.00 - £24.00

PHOENIX - Frozen Phoenix

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Mon 29 Dec 25
£27.00 - £40.00

Bell Challenge - Day 1

Exmouth, Devon
Mon 29 Dec 25
£35.00

PHOENIX - Winter Runderland

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Tue 30 Dec 25
£27.00 - £40.00
4.0

Bell Challenge - Day 2

Exmouth, Devon
Tue 30 Dec 25
£35.00

Bell Challenge - Day 3

Exmouth, Devon
Wed 31 Dec 25
£35.00

RIVER THAMES RUN

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Wed 31 Dec 25
£18.00 - £35.00

Hogman-Howay 5K

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Wed 31 Dec 25
£19.00

Bell Challenge - Day 4

Exmouth, Devon
Thu 01 Jan 26
£35.00

New Years Day Run

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Thu 01 Jan 26
£18.00 - £35.00
5.0

Bell Challenge - Day 5

Exmouth, Devon
Fri 02 Jan 26
£35.00

Tatton Park 5k & 10k

Knutsford, Cheshire
Sat 03 Jan 26
£30.00 - £32.00
4.8

Rhino Run

Wraysbury Skiff and Punting Club, Riverside, Egham TW20 0AA
Sat 03 Jan 26
£18.00 - £35.00

Bell Challenge - Day 6

Exmouth, Devon
Sat 03 Jan 26
£35.00

Bell Challenge - Day 7

Exmouth, Devon
Sun 04 Jan 26
£35.00

Glasgow Green 5k/10k/Half Marathon

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sun 04 Jan 26
£20.00 - £25.00
4.8

Bridlington

The Ship Inn, Cliff Road, Sewerby, Bridington, YO15 1EW
Sun 04 Jan 26
£16.00 - £41.00

Oundle New Year 10k & 5k

Oundle Primary School, Cotterstock Lane, Oundle, Northamptonshire, PE8 5HA
Sun 04 Jan 26
£20.34 - £25.63

Victoria Park Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

London
Sun 04 Jan 26
£28.00 - £162.00
4.7

Preloved Sports - The Green Runs

York, North Yorkshire
Sun 04 Jan 26
£5.00 - £18.00

Midweek Chasing Numbers Jan 2026

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Fri 09 Jan 26
£18.00 - £27.00
5.0

The Rise From The Ashes Run - South

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU
Sat 10 Jan 26
£18.00 - £35.00

QE Olympic Park 5k & 10k

London
Sat 10 Jan 26
£32.00
4.4

Alexandra Park 5k/10k

Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sat 10 Jan 26
£20.00 - £24.00
4.5

Dark Skies Surrey Hills (night time 10 mile, 10k, 5k, canix and kid's trail races)

Denbies Wine Estate, Bradley Lane, Dorking. RH5 6AA
Sat 10 Jan 26
£8.70 - £29.93
4.0

PHOENIX - Chilli Flamingo Run

Walton-on-Thames, Surrey
Sat 10 Jan 26
£22.00 - £40.00

The Rasselbock Run - Winter 2026 - Day One

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Sat 10 Jan 26
£39.50
5.0

WTF - Where's The Finish? - 5k,10k, Half Marathon, Full Marathon & Ultra-Marathon

Brandon Country Park, IP27 0SU
Sun 11 Jan 26
£34.00 - £38.00
4.0

PHOENIX - Doughnut Dash

Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex
Sun 11 Jan 26
£39.95
5.0

The Rasselbock Run - Winter 2026 - Day Two

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Sun 11 Jan 26
£39.50
5.0

Birmingham Running Festival

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Sun 11 Jan 26
£12.00 - £36.00
4.8
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5K Run FAQs

What are the most popular 5km races right now?

The 5 most popular 5k races in the last 2 weeks on findarace.com are:

How many miles is a 5k?

A 5k race is roughly 3.1miles.

What's the average time to run 5k?

The average finish time for a 5k run in the UK is roughly 33 minutes.

How long should it take to run 5k?

A 30 minute target is a popular goal for beginner 5k runners, with intermediate runners often looking for a 24-26 minute finish time and experienced or "Club" runners often gunning for a sub 20 minute 5k. For context, the fastest 5km parkrun time is 13.48 by our friend Andy Baddeley of The Running Channel.

What's a good time to run 5k?

Ultimately a good time for a 5k run is a personal thing - run it as fast as you can without injuring yourself!


How many calories does a 5k run burn?

If you’re thinking of picking your first run challenge or just getting started, check out our article on all of the benefits of running for just 30 minutes.

There are lots of factors which impact this - especially weight and pace - but as a rough rule of thumb a 5k will burn 300-400 calories (approximately 100 calories per mile).

5k Charity Runs

Taking part in a 5k race is a great way to fundraise for charity. You can raise money for any charity at any 5k race that you enter on findarace.com , and we've made it easy for you to get in touch with some of the UK's most popular charities. Just select the charity you'd like to support when you make your booking and they will be in touch to help support your fundraising and training.